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Formula 1 rules stipulate that teams must run rookies in at least two practice sessions throughout the year.
Ferrari Team Principal Frederic Vasseur explained the challenges teams face when running rookie drivers in Formula 1 due to limited testing opportunities. According to current rules, teams must give rookies at least two FP1 sessions if they have completed fewer than two Grands Prix. This is due to strict in-season testing restrictions and the addition of Sprint race weekends. Ferrari has already given their reserve driver, Robert Shwartzman, a chance to race at the Dutch GP instead of Carlos Sainz. Now, Haas will run Ferrari Academy Driver Oliver Bearman in the upcoming races in Mexico and Abu Dhabi. Vasseur mentioned that the transition to F1 is difficult for rookies because of the lack of testing and the increasing number of sprint events. He also mentioned the success of Oscar Piastri, who had a year of preparation in F1 before making his debut. Vasseur stated that they will continue to prepare Bearman for the future by giving him more opportunities in FP1 next year.
Source: RacingNews 365
